Copycat Marzetti Classic Original Slaw Dressing

Boy oh boy did this copycat Marzetti Classic Original slaw dressing ever hit the spot. I was looking for that great Marzetti flavor but in a homemade version that, if I wanted to, I can play with a bit. A little less vinegary perhaps. A little sweeter maybe. Or just like the original. I can make the call. This is good stuff and it makes for a mighty good coleslaw!

Copycat Marzetti Classic Original Slaw Dressing

Mighty Good

This copycat Marzetti Classic Original slaw dressing is much like the great dressing you can find in your grocer’s refrigerated section (by the packaged salads and refrigerated salad dressings). Creamy with a bit of that vinegar ‘tang’ and a little sweetness. This recipe makes enough for a 14 ounce bag of slaw mix. By ‘makes enough’ I mean the slaw will be nicely dressed but not overly so. If you like a coleslaw with a whole lot of dressing, you’ll either have to make more or grab some at the store!

Also try my copycat of the classic (no, really!) McDonald’s Chef Salad!

Copycat Marzetti Classic Original Slaw Dressing

Copycat Marzetti Classic Original Slaw Dressing

A delicious copycat of the store favorite!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course Coleslaw
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 472 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the dressing

For the coleslaw

  • 14 ounces coleslaw mix with carrots, etc.

Instructions
 

For the dressing

  • Place all ingredients into a medium bowl and whisk until smooth.
  • Add the coleslaw mix and fold until well-combined and the sugar is dissolved.

Notes

Stir again before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 472kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 42gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 25gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 384mgPotassium: 184mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 134IUVitamin C: 36mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 1mg
Keyword coleslaw, copycat, dressing
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Delta Coleslaw

This Delta coleslaw is definitely one of my top 10 favorites. It’s got that classic vinegar sauce but with a slight sweetness. And it has plenty of one of my favorite slaw ingredients: celery seed. Lots of fresh crunchy vegetables make this the perfect side dish, but it’s also fantastic on a pulled pork sandwich. I also enjoy it over grilled hot dogs and even Sloppy Joe sandwiches.

Delta Coleslaw

Dressed For Success

I recommend only dressing enough of this Delta coleslaw that you plan on serving. You want to keep that crunchiness as long as possible. If you’re making this today, to eat tomorrow, don’t add the dressing until tomorrow morning at the earliest. You can store the unused coleslaw and dressing separately, in the fridge, until it’s go-time. I found this technique also works great for keeping any slaw good and fresh throughout the week, perfect for my lunches!

Try some good ole down-home Arkansas slaw, too!

Delta Coleslaw

Delta Coleslaw

A delicious, slightly sweet, vinegar-based slaw with tremendous crunch.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Coleslaw
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 266 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Combine the slaw mix, bell pepper and onion in a large resealable container.
  • Add salt and pepper and stir.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
  • Meanwhile, combine the vinegar, sugar, mustard powder, and celery seeds in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil.
  • Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Remove from heat and let cool while the slaw mix is in the fridge.
  • Remove slaw mix from fridge.
  • Drizzle with the sauce.
  • Add the oil, green onions, and parsley and toss.
  • Cover and return to refrigerator for 2-3 hours before serving.

Notes

Stir again before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 266kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.1gSodium: 607mgPotassium: 290mgFiber: 4gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 693IUVitamin C: 64mgCalcium: 66mgIron: 1mg
Keyword coleslaw
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Arkansas Coleslaw

At first glance, this Arkansas coleslaw may seem like your standard slaw. You know. Cabbage. Carrots. Dressing. But, it’s the addition of apple and celery that really make it different. It’s super crunchy, and I love a crunchy slaw. It holds up for days, making it perfect for a quick lunch side, a picnic, or a family get-together. This is a favorite in our house and for good reason.

Arkansas Coleslaw

Make Your Own Coleslaw Mix. Or Don’t.

I use pre-packaged slaw mix almost every time I make a slaw at home because it’s easy of course. I could get some cabbage, some carrots and whatever else and shred and chop them myself. But I usually have good luck with the bagged stuff so that’s what I use. I used it to make this Arkansas coleslaw, but fresh made can also be used. My only recommendation on the pre-made stuff is to not just blindly dump the contents of the bag into a bowl. Sift through it and make sure there’s not anything ‘wonky’ in it. Like big chunks of cabbage core. Or huge carrot pieces. You do have to watch for that stuff!

I’m a huge fan of celery salt. This recipe has just right amount of that celery greatness. Both from the celery salt and from fresh celery. It’s yummy!

I love coleslaw! If you do too, you’ll also want to try my country slaw recipe!

Arkansas Coleslaw

Arkansas Coleslaw

Deliciously creamy, with a great crunch.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Coleslaw
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 303 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the dressing

For the coleslaw

  • 12 ounce coleslaw mix, with carrots
  • 1 small sweet onion sliced thin or chopped
  • 1 red delicious apple peeled, cored and diced
  • 2 ribs celery chopped

Instructions
 

  • Whisk together all of the dressing ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Add the coleslaw ingredients and stir gently to combine.
  • Refrigerate until ready to use.

Notes

You can use a light mayonnaise, but you’ll have a thinner dressing.
Give the salad a good stir before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 303kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 798mgPotassium: 364mgFiber: 4gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 219IUVitamin C: 38mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 1mg
Keyword coleslaw, creamy, crunchy
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Country Coleslaw

I love a good ole super-crunchy coleslaw. Like grandma would make. Or buy in the grocery store. And it has to be super-cold, too. served right out of the fridge. This country coleslaw is a simple dish that satisfies my slaw needs, but with a twist (for me, at least) and that’s pickle relish. I’ve never had sweet pickle relish (or any relish) in a slaw before. It adds a fantastically different flavor and tang to the slaw. It makes this salad a real winner!

Country Coleslaw

Spice It Up!

This country coleslaw is a little sweet. If you want to liven it up a bit, add a little chopped jalapeno (just seed it first). Grandma might not like that, so you can always serve the jalapeno on the side and let people embellish theirs as they wish.

You can substitute that bagged shredded slaw mix for the cabbage and carrot to save yourself some time. You’ll need a 14-ounce bag to equal the head of cabbage.

Also try my good ole roadside BBQ shack coleslaw!

Country Coleslaw

Country Coleslaw

A delicious classic!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Course Coleslaw
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 126 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Add the cabbage, onion, green onions, sweet pickle relish and carrot to a large bowl and mix well.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients and add to the cabbage mix. Stir to combine.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Stir again before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 126kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 141mgPotassium: 205mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 777IUVitamin C: 36mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 1mg
Keyword coleslaw, crunchy
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Barbecue Shack Coleslaw

If you’d ask me what’s my favorite style of restaurant to eat at I’d say ‘BBQ shack’. Every time. All of the time. And not just because I’m a huge fan of brisket, pulled pork or sausage anything else smoked. It’s also because of the sides dishes. Like this barbecue shack coleslaw. Nothing fancy, but cool and fresh, the perfect side dish for a big ole pulled pork or brisket sandwich. Or, the perfect topping for any sandwich. And its specially good on a grilled sausage or hot dog.

Barbecue Shack Coleslaw

Go Chunky. Or Don’t.

I chopped the ingredients for this barbecue shack coleslaw in my food processor, which can be a dangerous thing. It can turn a head of cabbage into a sawdust. So, I have to be careful with it. I could’ve chopped it too. Either way, this is a wonderful slaw, perfect for any dish.

This slaw also goes great with a homemade version of a Jimmy John’s Country Club sub in a tub!

Barbecue Shack Coleslaw

Barbecue Shack Coleslaw

Great on hot dogs, too!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Coleslaw
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 306 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Working in batches, process the cabbage, carrots and onion in a food processor until the desired chop is achieved. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • In another bowl whisk together the vinegar, ketchup, sugar, hot sauce, salt and pepper until the sugar dissolves.
  • Whisk in the oil and poppy seeds.
  • Pour dressing over the cabbage mix and toss to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • Stir and season with more salt and pepper, to taste, before serving.

Notes

Great served on hot dogs too. On the side or on them!
Always give the slaw a good stir before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 306kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 16gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.2gSodium: 507mgPotassium: 234mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 6834IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 0.4mg
Keyword coleslaw, crunchy
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Buttermilk Blue Cheese and Chive Salad Dressing

I’ve made a few salad dressings with tons of ingredients in them in my time. You know, the ones that take a little bit of time to put together. This buttermilk blue cheese and chive salad dressing isn’t one of those. A handful of ingredients makes for a great dressing. There’s nothing huge going on here. Just creamy buttermilk richness with a little blue cheese and a hint of oniony goodness.

Buttermilk Blue Cheese and Chive Salad Dressing

Dip Away!

This buttermilk blue cheese and chive salad dressing is a bit thinner than many. It pours out quite easily. You can add more blue cheese (or less buttermilk, depending on how you want to look at it) to make it thicker. I like it thinner because I like to dip my radishes and cherry tomatoes into it.

This dressing is also fantastic for dipping wings.

If you don’t have or can’t find chives, green onions work just as well!

Also try some of Brother Jimmy’s buttermilk ranch salad dressing.

Buttermilk Blue Cheese and Chive Salad Dressing

Buttermilk Blue Cheese and Chive Salad Dressing

The perfect buttermilk and blue cheese dressing. Great for salads or for dipping wings!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Get happy time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 10 minutes
Course Salad Dressing
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 259 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients into a bowl and whisk until well-combined.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours.

Notes

Stir before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 259kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 4gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 372mgPotassium: 86mgFiber: 0.03gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 209IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 112mgIron: 0.1mg
Keyword blue cheese, buttermilk
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Rich and Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing

This rich and creamy blue cheese dressing is dangerous. It’s a bit too good. Too creamy. Too blue cheesy. Too rich. I had to really exercise self-control when I made a salad and this dressing. I could’ve easily ended up embarrassing myself. Self-control was difficult. I love this dressing. I can’t wait to make it again.

Rich and Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing

Give It A Rest

This rich and creamy blue cheese dressing gets better with time. It’s hard not to eat it as soon as you make it, but you gotta let it rest. Make it, cover it, and put it in the fridge and try not to think about it. Don’t go peaking at it. Don’t go ‘test tasting’ it. Just let it be. I found that going on a long walk helps. Something to get my mind off of the goodness that awaits.

This dressing is fantastic for dipping wings, too!

Next time I’m doubling the recipe. To keep myself from using it all at once, I serve it in these little cups.

I love this dressing on a homemade Subway oven-roasted turkey and ham sub in a tub!

Rich and Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing

Rich and Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing

A great, thick, delicious blue dressing!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Get happy time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 10 minutes
Course Salad Dressing
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 137 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Place the blue cheese into a small bowl. Using a fork, mash the cheese until it forms small crumbles (the size of petite peas).
  • Mix in the buttermilk, sour cream, mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, sugar and garlic powder.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Refrigerate for 12 hours before serving.

Notes

Stir again before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 137kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 263mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 0.01gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 214IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 116mgIron: 0.1mg
Keyword blue cheese, creamy
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Thick and Creamy Blue Cheese Salad Dressing

It’s ‘put-an-obscene-amount-of-dressing-on-your-salad’ day! I’m going to celebrate with this thick and creamy blue cheese salad dressing. I’ll try to control myself but I know I won’t. This dressing is right up my alley. The right consistency. The right blue cheese ‘funk’. Creamy. Oh yes, I’m going to use too much. I knew that when I made it. Sometimes you just gotta enjoy things!

Thick and Creamy Blue Cheese Salad Dressing

Save The Light Stuff For Later

This thick and creamy blue cheese salad dressing isn’t light. It’s not lo-cal. It doesn’t even pretend to be. It’s supposed to be in-your-face bold and decadent. And it is. Hey, sometimes I want my dinner salad to be an event. Something memorable. And something that satisfies. Well this dressing is a great way to accomplish all of those things.

This stuff is great for dipping Buffalo wings. Big time great.

Also try some buttermilk blue cheese salad dressing.

Thick and Creamy Blue Cheese Salad Dressing

Thick and Creamy Blue Cheese Salad Dressing

Funky dressing with the perfect consistency.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course Salad Dressing
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 228 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Place all of the ingredients into a food processor or blender.
  • Process until just smooth. You still want the cheese to be slightly chunky.

Notes

Stir before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 228kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 3gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 426mgPotassium: 48mgFiber: 0.02gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 376IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 0.1mg
Keyword blue cheese
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American Style Salad Dressing

It can be surprising sometimes how what might seem odd tasting actually ends up being delicious. This American style salad dressing is quite reminiscent of a sauce we make and use on our hamburgers. It’s crazy close to it in fact. So you might think (like we did) that no way would it ever be good on a salad. Well, it is. This dressing is creamy. Tangy. And a little complex. And yeah, it’s good on burgers too so make extra!

American Style Salad Dressing

Go Light

You can use light ingredients in this American style salad dressing. The mayonnaise and sour cream can be light. Or you can go big and use top-shelf mayonnaise (for me that’s Blue Plate) and full-fat sour cream. Good ole prepared mustard (the cheap stuff) is great. So is fru-fru Dijon. The expensive stuff. Even generic Worcestershire sauce will still make for a great dressing. This can be whatever and however you like it.

Oh and it’s also great on hot dogs!

Also try some classic homemade Thousand Island salad dressing.

American Style Salad Dressing

American Style Salad Dressing

Creamy smooth deliciousness!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Course Salad Dressing
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 102 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients into a medium bowl and whisk until smooth.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Stir before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 102kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 111mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 0.05gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 88IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 14mgIron: 0.1mg
Keyword dressing, tangy
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Diner-Style Coleslaw

I do love a cold, creamy coleslaw. Nothing fancy. And maybe a little vinegary kick. But not much. This diner-style coleslaw is my kind of slaw. Perfect on a hot day, for lunch or dinner. Perfect on a cool day too. And crazy easy to make. This slaw reminds me of the ones you’d find in the glass cases in the diners of old. The ones with the sliding doors. Made early that morning, wrapped in plastic wrap, and chilled to perfection!

Diner-Style Coleslaw

Nice And Creamy

I use Blue Plate mayonnaise in all of my slaws. For me, it’s the best-tasting, creamiest mayonnaise around. You can use your favorite. Even though this diner-style coleslaw isn’t complicated, better ingredients make for a better slaw.

I didn’t have white balsamic vinegar on hand. I knew I didn’t want to use regular ole balsamic vinegar. Though it’d add the same flavor, it’d discolor the slaw. That wouldn’t be good. I used apple cider vinegar instead and the slaw come out fantastic. Problem solved!

Also try a delicious homemade chef’s salad!

Diner-Style Coleslaw

Diner-Style Coleslaw

Best served well-chilled!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Coleslaw
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 869 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl mix together everything except for the slaw mix.
  • Add the slaw mix and toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle with the parsley (if using) and stir.

Notes

Stir again before serving. Store leftovers in the fridge.
You can substitute two small heads of cabbage and 2 carrots, all shredded, for the bagged slaw instead.

Nutrition

Calories: 869kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 2gFat: 88gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 50gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 58mgSodium: 718mgPotassium: 64mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 0.4mg
Keyword coleslaw, diner
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